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Trump: ‘I have to get personal’ citing ‘nasty’ Obamas at DNC
Former President Trump on Friday complained that the Obamas were “nasty” in their Democratic convention speeches and ribbed his advisers for suggesting he stick to policy instead of personal attacks. “He was nasty to me. He was nasty. Michelle was nasty. They’re all nasty,” Trump said at a rally in Arizona, referencing speeches delivered earlier […]
Trump welcomes RFK Jr. into 2024 campaign at Arizona rally
Former President Trump on Friday welcomed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. into the fold, appearing alongside him at a campaign rally in Arizona hours after Kennedy ended his independent White House bid and backed the GOP nominee. “Tonight I’m very pleased to welcome a man who has been an incredible champion for so many of these […]
Meet the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama: ‘We are funders’
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A lot of the fight to find a cure for breast cancer is happening in Alabama, and a lot of that fight is possible due to research. Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama President and CEO Beth Davis went on the Red Couch to speak with WKRG News 5’s Shamonee Baker […]
Where are the benches? Work begins for Fairhope Waterfront Project
FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WKRG) — Fairhope residents are all asking the same question: Where did all of the benches and tables at the pier go? The Fairhope Pier is one of the most iconic spots in town. It’s a popular place to kick back and relax while sitting on one of the many benches to enjoy […]
Okaloosa deputy charged in airman’s death, high school football returns, Baker High School vandalized | Aug. 23, 2024
Editor’s Note: “News 5 Now” streams live Monday through Friday at 5:30 p.m. Watch the video above. MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Welcome to WKRG.com’s new streaming show, “News 5 Now,” where we discuss the day’s 5 big stories and interact with you, our viewers. Top 5 Stories It’s time to count down the Big Stories […]
5 Things to Do This Weekend – August 23-25
MOBILE, Ala. (Gulf Coast CW) — Mobile Tiki Week, Atlanta’s Orchestra Noir Y2K Meets 90s Tour, an art show and football highlight your 5 Things to Do This Weekend for Aug. 23-25, 2024! 1. Mobile Tiki Week: The fun and festivities of Mobile Tiki Week continue this weekend. It began Monday and runs through Saturday. […]
Crestview hosts first-ever photo contest — winners get ‘limited-edition’ swag
CRESTVIEW, Fla. (WKRG) — Taking photos of Crestview could score you some exclusive swag. The city has kicked off its first-ever photo contest, “My Favorite View.” According to city officials, the contest, which was launched in celebration of World Photography Day, invites photographers of all skill levels and experiences to show their love of Crestview […]
Pensacola man sentenced for grand theft over $20,000
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — A Pensacola man received his sentence Thursday for grand theft over $20,000. Honorable Judge John F. Simon Jr. sentenced Damien Matthew Lopez to 25 years in state prison as a habitual felony offender. Simon also presided on Lopez’s trial on June 27, in which the jury found Lopez guilty as […]
Eight Mile woman sentenced in 2020 murder
MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — An Eight Mile woman was sentenced for her role in the 2020 murder of Randal Taylor, according to Mobile County District Attorney Keith Blackwood. DA Blackwood shared on Facebook that a Mobile County Judge sentenced 37-year-old Amy Simmons Palmer to 20 years in prison, split to serve five years for […]
2nd ex-Memphis officer pleads guilty to civil rights violations in the killing of Tyre Nichols
Emmitt Martin is the second former officer to plead guilty in the killing, leaving three officers facing trial in federal court next month with the possibility of their former colleagues testifying against them.
Victim of shark attack to be honored with parade in Mountain Brook Saturday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A teenager who lost a leg and hand in a shark attack off the coast of Florida will finally be making the trip home to Mountain Brook this weekend, where she will be welcomed with a parade. At 4 p.m. Saturday, a parade will be held in Mountain Brook for Lulu […]
Pensacola moving forward on 2 stormwater projects with over $3 million in grant funding
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — Two stormwater projects can now move forward in Pensacola as the city received over $3 million in grant funding. According to a City of Pensacola news release, the Langley Avenue Drainage Improvements Project and the Main Street Stormwater Improvements Project received funding after being among 197 eligible projects submitted to the […]
RFK Jr. suspends campaign, throws support behind Trump
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said Friday he was suspending his campaign and throwing his support to former President Trump. Kennedy said his name would remain on the ballot in most red and blue states but would be removed from swing-state ballots where he could make a difference. In Pennsylvania, court records showed […]
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